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Mayor · Gravenhurst

8 candidates for 1 seat

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Issue	Heidi Lorenz No website or social media listed	Jeff WatsonElected (official result) watsonformayor.ca — Jeff Watson’s campaign website, opens in a new tab	Jo Morphy No website or social media listed	LORENZ, Heidi No website or social media listed	MANTHA, Marc No website or social media listed	Marc Mantha No website or social media listed	MORPHY, Jo No website or social media listed	WATSON, Jeff watsonformayor.ca — WATSON, Jeff’s campaign website, opens in a new tab
Bio	Heidi Lorenz is the incumbent Mayor of Gravenhurst, seeking re-election after four years as mayor. Before that she served as a Ward Councillor and then a District Councillor, giving her sixteen years of service to Gravenhurst. She chairs the Muskoka Engineering and Public Works committee and has served on the BIA, the Library Board, the Trails Committee, Muskoka Tourism, the OPP Detachment Board, the Muskoka Indigenous Leadership Table and the Emergency Management Program Team. Her platform points to residential development, expanded transportation services, the coming Gravenhurst Health Hub and significant business investment as progress to build on.	Gravenhurst resident for more than 35 years. Owned and operated both Gravenhurst Tim Hortons locations for 32 years. Served three terms on Gravenhurst Council, including as Deputy Mayor (2010-2018). Served eight years with the Gravenhurst Fire Department as firefighter, Captain and Training Officer; graduate of the Ontario Fire College. Currently serves on the Board of the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation; past boards include Gravenhurst Hydro, Chamber of Commerce and Muskoka Tourism.	Jo Morphy is a twice-elected Gravenhurst Town Councillor and past president of the Muskoka Bay Property Owners Association, with close to a decade of service to the town. Her background is in business, and she describes an analytical, stewardship-oriented approach to municipal leadership. She is married to her husband Geoff; they live in Gravenhurst with their Golden Retriever, Indy, and she is a mother and grandmother. She says she cares deeply about the lakes and their ecosystems, believing that protecting the lakes means protecting the town.	No bio on record. Know something?	No bio on record. Know something?	Marc Mantha is running for Mayor of Gravenhurst. He describes a career spent helping organizations work better and reach their full potential, carried into community volunteering, listening and problem-solving. He pledges excellence in municipal service, strong tax stewardship, thoughtful planning, infrastructure investment, a bold approach to housing, economic opportunity and primary health care for all, while protecting the character and natural beauty of the town. He advocates for a minimum of 60 acute-care beds at the future South Muskoka hospital.	No bio on record. Know something?	No bio on record. Know something?
HousingWill I be able to afford to live here?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Taxes & spendingWhat happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Jeff Watson promises listening-first leadership, solid municipal services and careful budgeting. Pledges to be accessible, listen carefully and give residents meaningful opportunities to share views. Will focus on maintaining roads, parks, facilities and municipal services, improving service delivery and doing the basics well. Every dollar comes from taxpayers: supports careful budgeting, practical choices and long-term planning that delivers real value. Will work with the business community to address challenges and barriers. Show their words & sourceHide (a page or more) “Every dollar the Town spends comes from the people it serves. I'll support careful budgeting, practical choices and long-term planning that delivers real value.” Source: Watson for Mayor of Gravenhurst - campaign website · October 17, 2026 Confidence:High	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Emergency servicesWhen I call for help, will it come fast enough?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
TransitCan I get where I need to go without driving?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
GovernmentWill decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Roads & infrastructureWill the things I use every day actually get fixed?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
EconomyWill our main streets and local jobs thrive?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
EnvironmentIs the candidate protecting the nature we live in?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Jo Morphy pledges accountable leadership, stewardship of resources and protection of the lakes. Twice-elected Town Councillor and past president of the Muskoka Bay Property Owners Association, nearly a decade of service. Business background with an analytical mind; emphasizes strong regional relationships. Cares deeply about the lakes and their ecosystems; protecting the lakes means protecting the Town. Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences) “Jo cares deeply about the lakes and their ecosystems, and knows that protecting the lakes means protecting the Town.” Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026 Confidence:High	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
HealthcareWill there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Jo Morphy wants a full-service South Muskoka hospital with at least 60 beds and local obstetrics, and rejects the transfer model. Wants a full-service hospital, not a smaller one, while the population is growing; supports a minimum of 60 acute-care beds. Opposes the transfer model: once she arrives at her local hospital the only acceptable transfer is for immediate specialized care. Supports maintaining fully functioning obstetrics in South Muskoka. Would not commit municipal taxpayer funding to a plan that leaves South Muskoka behind. Does not support the current MAHC redevelopment model as equitable for South Muskoka residents. Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs) “I do not like the transfer model. I dislike the idea that I have to triage whatever situation I am dealing with before deciding to go to Bracebridge or Orillia because I do not want to end up as far away as Huntsville.” Source: SSMHC 2026 Municipal Candidate Questionnaire Results - Gravenhurst · October 15, 2026 Confidence:High	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Marc Mantha backs at least 60 beds and local maternity care, and ties municipal funding to a plan that meets future demand. Supports a minimum of 60 acute-care beds, believing population growth may exceed forecasts and infrastructure must be planned ahead. Says the Pine Street site information exists but must be made accessible in plain language; believes MAHC adequately demonstrated the site. Will only commit municipal taxpayer funding once satisfied the final plan provides adequate and equitable capacity for South Muskoka. Wants maternity care close to home wherever clinically appropriate; opposes routine transfers due to South Muskoka capacity limits. Undecided on the current model; wants important questions answered and adequacy measured against growth, aging and seasonal demand. Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs) “Healthcare infrastructure is too important to size only for today's needs. I support advocating for a minimum of 60 acute-care beds at the future South Muskoka hospital, while continuing to assess what will be required as our population and healthcare needs evolve.” Source: SSMHC 2026 Municipal Candidate Questionnaire Results - Gravenhurst · October 15, 2026 Confidence:High	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Growth & developmentHow fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?	Heidi Lorenz seeks re-election to build on four years of progress, citing the Health Hub, downtown foundation and transit investment. Incumbent mayor of four years, 16 years total municipal service (Ward Councillor, District Councillor, then Mayor). Cites successes: residential development attracted, expanded transportation services, and the upcoming Gravenhurst Health Hub opening; business investment on Winhara Rd, Bethune Drive and Highway 11. Says council accountability, transparency and improved communication were promises made and kept; the foundation for a vibrant downtown is laid. Points to the return of Ontario Northland train service as more good things to come. Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences) “Council accountability, transparency and improved communication were promises made and kept. The foundation for a vibrant downtown has been laid, we can't stop now.” Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026 Confidence:High	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Marc Mantha promises tax stewardship, bold housing action, health care for all and protection of Gravenhurst's character. Says growth brings opportunity and responsibility: excellence in municipal service, strong tax stewardship, thoughtful planning, infrastructure investment. Promises a bold approach to housing, economic opportunity, and primary healthcare for all. Wants to protect the character and natural beauty that make Gravenhurst special. Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences) “Gravenhurst is growing, and with growth comes both opportunity and responsibility: excellence in municipal service, strong tax stewardship, thoughtful planning, infrastructure investment, a bold approach to housing, economic opportunity, and primary healthcare for all, while protecting the character and natural beauty that make this town so special.” Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026 Confidence:High	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Social & community servicesWho looks after the most vulnerable residents?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Active transportationCan I walk and bike safely around town?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Arts & cultureDoes the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Data centresShould energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Water & wasteIs our drinking water safe and our waste handled?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Bylaw enforcementAre the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?	Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Bio

Heidi Lorenz

Heidi Lorenz is the incumbent Mayor of Gravenhurst, seeking re-election after four years as mayor. Before that she served as a Ward Councillor and then a District Councillor, giving her sixteen years of service to Gravenhurst. She chairs the Muskoka Engineering and Public Works committee and has served on the BIA, the Library Board, the Trails Committee, Muskoka Tourism, the OPP Detachment Board, the Muskoka Indigenous Leadership Table and the Emergency Management Program Team. Her platform points to residential development, expanded transportation services, the coming Gravenhurst Health Hub and significant business investment as progress to build on.

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

Gravenhurst resident for more than 35 years. Owned and operated both Gravenhurst Tim Hortons locations for 32 years. Served three terms on Gravenhurst Council, including as Deputy Mayor (2010-2018). Served eight years with the Gravenhurst Fire Department as firefighter, Captain and Training Officer; graduate of the Ontario Fire College. Currently serves on the Board of the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation; past boards include Gravenhurst Hydro, Chamber of Commerce and Muskoka Tourism.

Jo Morphy

Jo Morphy is a twice-elected Gravenhurst Town Councillor and past president of the Muskoka Bay Property Owners Association, with close to a decade of service to the town. Her background is in business, and she describes an analytical, stewardship-oriented approach to municipal leadership. She is married to her husband Geoff; they live in Gravenhurst with their Golden Retriever, Indy, and she is a mother and grandmother. She says she cares deeply about the lakes and their ecosystems, believing that protecting the lakes means protecting the town.

LORENZ, Heidi

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MANTHA, Marc

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Marc Mantha

Marc Mantha is running for Mayor of Gravenhurst. He describes a career spent helping organizations work better and reach their full potential, carried into community volunteering, listening and problem-solving. He pledges excellence in municipal service, strong tax stewardship, thoughtful planning, infrastructure investment, a bold approach to housing, economic opportunity and primary health care for all, while protecting the character and natural beauty of the town. He advocates for a minimum of 60 acute-care beds at the future South Muskoka hospital.

MORPHY, Jo

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WATSON, Jeff

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Housing

Will I be able to afford to live here?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

watsonformayor.ca — Jeff Watson’s campaign website, opens in a new tab

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

No website or social media listed

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WATSON, Jeff

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Taxes & spending

What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

watsonformayor.ca — Jeff Watson’s campaign website, opens in a new tab

Jeff Watson promises listening-first leadership, solid municipal services and careful budgeting.

Pledges to be accessible, listen carefully and give residents meaningful opportunities to share views.
Will focus on maintaining roads, parks, facilities and municipal services, improving service delivery and doing the basics well.
Every dollar comes from taxpayers: supports careful budgeting, practical choices and long-term planning that delivers real value.
Will work with the business community to address challenges and barriers.

Show their words & source (a page or more)

“Every dollar the Town spends comes from the people it serves. I'll support careful budgeting, practical choices and long-term planning that delivers real value.”

Source: Watson for Mayor of Gravenhurst - campaign website · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

No website or social media listed

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WATSON, Jeff

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Emergency services

When I call for help, will it come fast enough?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

watsonformayor.ca — Jeff Watson’s campaign website, opens in a new tab

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Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

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LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

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Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

No website or social media listed

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WATSON, Jeff

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Transit

Can I get where I need to go without driving?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

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Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

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Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

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LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

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MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

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Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

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WATSON, Jeff

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Government

Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

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Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

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LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

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MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

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Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

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WATSON, Jeff

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Roads & infrastructure

Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

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Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

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LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

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MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

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Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

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WATSON, Jeff

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Economy

Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

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Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

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Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

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LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

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MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

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Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

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MORPHY, Jo

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WATSON, Jeff

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Environment

Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

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Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

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Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

Jo Morphy pledges accountable leadership, stewardship of resources and protection of the lakes.

Twice-elected Town Councillor and past president of the Muskoka Bay Property Owners Association, nearly a decade of service.
Business background with an analytical mind; emphasizes strong regional relationships.
Cares deeply about the lakes and their ecosystems; protecting the lakes means protecting the Town.

Show their words & source (a few sentences)

“Jo cares deeply about the lakes and their ecosystems, and knows that protecting the lakes means protecting the Town.”

Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

MORPHY, Jo

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

WATSON, Jeff

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Healthcare

Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

watsonformayor.ca — Jeff Watson’s campaign website, opens in a new tab

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Jo Morphy

No website or social media listed

Jo Morphy wants a full-service South Muskoka hospital with at least 60 beds and local obstetrics, and rejects the transfer model.

Wants a full-service hospital, not a smaller one, while the population is growing; supports a minimum of 60 acute-care beds.
Opposes the transfer model: once she arrives at her local hospital the only acceptable transfer is for immediate specialized care.
Supports maintaining fully functioning obstetrics in South Muskoka.
Would not commit municipal taxpayer funding to a plan that leaves South Muskoka behind.
Does not support the current MAHC redevelopment model as equitable for South Muskoka residents.

Show their words & source (several paragraphs)

“I do not like the transfer model. I dislike the idea that I have to triage whatever situation I am dealing with before deciding to go to Bracebridge or Orillia because I do not want to end up as far away as Huntsville.”

Source: SSMHC 2026 Municipal Candidate Questionnaire Results - Gravenhurst · October 15, 2026

Confidence:High

LORENZ, Heidi

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

MANTHA, Marc

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Marc Mantha

No website or social media listed

Marc Mantha backs at least 60 beds and local maternity care, and ties municipal funding to a plan that meets future demand.

Supports a minimum of 60 acute-care beds, believing population growth may exceed forecasts and infrastructure must be planned ahead.
Says the Pine Street site information exists but must be made accessible in plain language; believes MAHC adequately demonstrated the site.
Will only commit municipal taxpayer funding once satisfied the final plan provides adequate and equitable capacity for South Muskoka.
Wants maternity care close to home wherever clinically appropriate; opposes routine transfers due to South Muskoka capacity limits.
Undecided on the current model; wants important questions answered and adequacy measured against growth, aging and seasonal demand.

Show their words & source (several paragraphs)

“Healthcare infrastructure is too important to size only for today's needs. I support advocating for a minimum of 60 acute-care beds at the future South Muskoka hospital, while continuing to assess what will be required as our population and healthcare needs evolve.”

Source: SSMHC 2026 Municipal Candidate Questionnaire Results - Gravenhurst · October 15, 2026

Confidence:High

MORPHY, Jo

No website or social media listed

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

WATSON, Jeff

watsonformayor.ca — WATSON, Jeff’s campaign website, opens in a new tab

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Growth & development

How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?

Heidi Lorenz

No website or social media listed

Heidi Lorenz seeks re-election to build on four years of progress, citing the Health Hub, downtown foundation and transit investment.

Incumbent mayor of four years, 16 years total municipal service (Ward Councillor, District Councillor, then Mayor).
Cites successes: residential development attracted, expanded transportation services, and the upcoming Gravenhurst Health Hub opening; business investment on Winhara Rd, Bethune Drive and Highway 11.
Says council accountability, transparency and improved communication were promises made and kept; the foundation for a vibrant downtown is laid.
Points to the return of Ontario Northland train service as more good things to come.

Show their words & source (a few sentences)

“Council accountability, transparency and improved communication were promises made and kept. The foundation for a vibrant downtown has been laid, we can't stop now.”

Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

Jeff Watson Elected (official result)

watsonformayor.ca — Jeff Watson’s campaign website, opens in a new tab

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Says growth brings opportunity and responsibility: excellence in municipal service, strong tax stewardship, thoughtful planning, infrastructure investment.
Promises a bold approach to housing, economic opportunity, and primary healthcare for all.
Wants to protect the character and natural beauty that make Gravenhurst special.

Show their words & source (a few sentences)

“Gravenhurst is growing, and with growth comes both opportunity and responsibility: excellence in municipal service, strong tax stewardship, thoughtful planning, infrastructure investment, a bold approach to housing, economic opportunity, and primary healthcare for all, while protecting the character and natural beauty that make this town so special.”

Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High